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Cooking with spices can add a whole new dimension of flavor to your cooking. Creating your own blends can help you cater to your family’s taste, and save you some time as well. All you will have to do is sprinkle a little of your blend, rather than open a half dozen bottles every time … Read more
Even though spices are not as exotic, rare and expensive as they once were thousands of years ago, they are still a considerable investment and one most families would like to get the most from. They are best when at their freshest, and can enhance many of your favorite dishes. The real question is what … Read more
Silicone has been advocated as a green product for a number of reasons. The first is in relation to the backlash over plastics which are potentially toxic. The second is in relation to trying to cut down on consumer waste by using non-stick silicone for muffins, cupcakes and so on. But what is silicone, and … Read more
There are a number of ways to use your pots and pans cleanly and greenly. The major considerations are to cook food properly without it sticking or leaching harmful chemicals into your food, and to cook efficiently in a manner that will get the job done with the least amount of fuel consumption. Why You … Read more
Grilling isn’t just a healthier way to cook these days. It can also be one of the greenest if you keep a few important considerations in mind. The main concerns will be in relation to air pollution and our carbon footprint when we grill. By planning ahead, we can make our grilling more eco-friendly and … Read more
There are a number of ways to make the most of your oven so it operates efficiently and you can keep costs down in terms of natural gas or electricity used. 1. Skip the pre-heating In most cases, it’s not needed. Modern ovens also heat up so quickly, it’s really a non-issue. 2. Hang on … Read more
Food storage is all about keeping food fresh and safe. Chemicals in plastic containers leaching into foods has led to a lot of concern over the best ways to store food. Storing food properly so nothing goes to waste also makes sense for your wallet and the planet. Studies have shown that Americans waste around … Read more
It is hard to imagine that around 1 in 10 people do not have access to safe drinking water. Water is a precious commodity that we should not take for granted. And with water bills rising in many areas in the USA, it pays to pay attention to the best ways to save water. One … Read more
There are lots of ways to go greener at home. The kitchen is one of the best places to do this. Go beyond recycling to greening your everyday kitchen and dining items. Green Dinnerware We are not suggesting you ditch your dinnerware, but if you have to replace it, look for dinnerware that is made … Read more